How to get from Seaport Square to Harvard University by bus and subway?

From Seaport Square to Harvard University by bus and subway

To get from Seaport Square to Harvard University in Cambridge, take the SL2 bus from Courthouse station to South Station station. Next, take the RED LINE subway from South Station station to Harvard Square station. The total trip duration for this route is approximately 33 min. The ride fare is $2.40. The bus and subway schedule from Seaport Square may change. We recommend you check the updated bus and subway schedule to Harvard University on the Moovit app.

33min$2.40
Walk to bus station
Bus - SL2SL2
Subway - RED LINE
Walk to Harvard University
Leaves from Courthouse

Step by Step

  • 1
    Walk to bus station
    Walk to bus station
    Courthouse
    260 yd • 3 min
  • 2
    Bus - SL2SL2
    Wait for bus
    SL2
    South Station
  • 3
    Ride to bus station
    Ride to bus station
    South Station
    4 min
  • 4
    Subway - RED LINE
    Wait for subway
    RED LINE
    Alewife
  • 5
    Ride to subway station
    Ride to subway station
    Harvard Square
    15 min
  • 6
    Walk to Harvard University
    Walk to
    Harvard University
    1889-1893 Cambridge Street, Cambridge, MA 02138, USA
    330 yd • 4 min
*Duration based on 8am traffic
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Public transit directions from Seaport Square to Harvard University

The distance between Seaport Square, Cambridge and Harvard University, Cambridge is approximately 4.61 mi, which can typically be travelled in 33 min. Moovit will show you the directions from Seaport Square to Harvard University by bus and subway, so no matter how you choose to travel in Cambridge – you will always have plenty of easy options.

Bus And Subway schedule from Seaport Square to Harvard University

To check the bus and subway schedule from Seaport Square to Harvard University using the Moovit app, first download and open the app on your smartphone. Enter your starting point (Seaport Square) and destination (Harvard University), then select the desired date and time of travel. Moovit will show all available bus and subway routes, estimated travel times, and any required transfers. You can view detailed departure and arrival times for each bus and subway, as well as real-time updates for delays or changes. Use this information to plan your trip and stay up to date with the latest bus and subway schedules.

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Questions & Answers

  • What is the fastest way to get from Seaport Square to Harvard University?

    The fastest way takes 33 minutes, using Bus line SL2, Subway line RED LINE.

  • Is there a direct bus between Seaport Square and Harvard University?

    No, you’ll have to take one bus line and one subway line in total. The total travelling time is 33 min.

  • Which bus line goes from Seaport Square to Harvard University?

    The SL2 bus line goes from Courthouse station near Seaport Square in Boston to South Station station. From there you’ll have to take one subway line till South Station station near Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • How long does it take to travel from Seaport Square to Harvard University by bus and subway?

    The total travel time between Seaport Square in Boston and Harvard University in Cambridge by bus and subway is about 33 min.

  • Where do I get on the bus near Seaport Square to get to Harvard University?

    Get on the SL2 bus from the Courthouse stop near Seaport Square in Boston.

  • Where do I get off the bus when travelling between Seaport Square and Harvard University?

    Get off the bus at the South Station station, which is closest to Harvard University in Cambridge.

  • When is the first subway from Seaport Square to Harvard University?

    The first subway from Seaport Square in Boston to Harvard University in Cambridge is Red Line. It leaves the South Station station at 1:30 AM.

  • When is the last train from Seaport Square to Harvard University?

    The last train from Seaport Square in Boston to Harvard University in Cambridge is the Framingham/Worcester line. It leaves the South Station station at 6:00 PM.

  • How much is the bus fare from Seaport Square to Harvard University?

    The ride from Seaport Square to Harvard University costs $2.40.

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